Sinambela

Sinambela is a Batak surname predominantly found among the Batak Toba people of North Sumatra, Indonesia. Surnames, known as marga in Batak culture, are patrilineal and indicate clan affiliation. The Sinambela clan is considered a branch or sub-clan of the larger Simatupang lineage, specifically descended from Si Boru Basa (the wife of Simatupang). Understanding genealogical relationships and marga is vital in Batak society, playing a role in social interactions, marriage customs, and inheritance rights. The name itself doesn't directly translate to a single word or phrase with a clear, concise meaning, but rather represents lineage and belonging within the Batak social structure. Individuals with the Sinambela surname trace their ancestry back through a specific line of the Simatupang clan.